Patrol Officer

Please ensure that you fill and attach the Release Form (you will need to open this link via internet explorer to sign it digitally). Your application will not be considered complete without this. Please ensure that you fill out this DPS criminal background check permission form . (you must open this in internet explorer to digitally sign). All that is needed is your name, signature, and the date. You will need to attach this to your application. CRIMINAL CHECKS CAN NOT BE RUN WITHOUT THIS FORM AND YOUR APPLICATION WILL BE CONSIDERED INCOMPLETE. All applicants must hold a valid Texas Peace Officer License. Please make sure you have followed all instructions and completed all requirements for this application. Please also note that there are several exams before you can be employed and these may take some time to complete. When filling out your reference section please ensure: All references are responsible adults of reputable standing in their communities, business, or profession. You have known them for at least 7 years Include references who know you well , such as social and family friends, co-workers, and military acquaintances. Do NOT include relatives, employers, housemates, or other individuals listed elsewhere in your application. All 5 references requested are required and will be contacted. Any application without the required references or with falsified information will be considered incomplete and will not be continued through the process. If you do not list a valid email for references, this will delay the process. Protects county residents and property; enforces laws; and performs patrol and emergency response functions. Patrols the county with emphasis on traffic safety, assisting public (stranded motorists, directions), answering complaints, safeguarding property, and enforcing laws and ordinances. Arrests and books violators and completes paperwork and necessary reports associated with arrests and offenses. Responds to emergency calls and routine complaints. Investigates traffic accidents, civil disturbances, and crimes against persons and property. Assists federal, state, local law enforcement officials with investigations and emergencies and assists or rescues individuals in need of aid. Conducts searches of buildings, vehicles, outdoor areas, persons, and other objects to detect potential weapons, contraband, evidence, hazards, stolen property, or to find lost persons or objects for the purpose of seizing, investigating, and/or rescuing. Executes warrants and serves subpoenas and civil papers. Controls the scene of a traffic accident, takes reports, and directs traffic. Oversees periodic vehicle maintenance and calculates monthly vehicle fuel logs. Testifies in court as required. Performs animal and varmint control and removes/relocates livestock from roads. Transports mental patients and guards prisoners at hospitals. Transports prisoners to and from court, hospitals, funerals, or correctional facilities as required and guards prisoners when at trial. Guards election boxes at voting polls. Assists with dispatching and with other divisions, sections, or personnel as needed or directed. Promotes good public relations by informing citizens of police activities and crime prevention. May perform special assignments when required. May conduct and coordinate DARE program, including meeting with school officials, ordering necessary supplies, preparing lesson plans, instructing classes, planning fund raisers, and attending training, if DARE certified. May investigate dog bite and rabies cases, if certified as an Animal Control Officer and with appropriate vaccinations. May perform extradition of criminals to/from other counties and states. Investigates dog bites and rabies cases Act as official escorts, such as when leading funeral processions or emergency situation Render aid to accident victims and other persons requiring first aid for physical injuries Relate to and work effectively with people of diverse cultural, economic and ethnic backgrounds. Enforces penal code, traffic code, and family code laws. Regular and timely attendance is required Must possess the physical and/or mental abilities required to perform the essential functions of the job. Shall abide by all Midland County Polices and City, County Ordinances, State and Federal Laws. Performs any assignment issued by chain of command and/or Sheriff To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS Basic certification by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE). KNOWLEDGE OF: Criminal and civil law; investigation and crime prevention methods; and identification records processes and procedures. SKILLS/ABILITY TO: Safely operate vehicles, firearms, and specialized equipment; physically restrain individuals; read and write reports, letters, and memos; operate a computer and/or typewriter; apply criminal investigative techniques; establish and maintain effective working relationships with other law enforcement agencies, the District and County Attorneys' offices, other Official employees, and the general public; demonstrate proficiency in both oral and written communication; maintain accurate records; and maintain appropriate necessary certifications, Texas driver's license applicable to job responsibilities, and good driving record. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of th